Copper Twist Neck Torc Dragon 180mm Dia. A copper solid neck torc that is not only good for those with arthritis but also just flexible enough to get on and off without a hinge. Each pewter dragon on the end is highly polished. Each in a protective box, not only a great gift for yourself but a wonderful gift for the Celtic warrior in your family. The Torc (also spelled Torque), or neck ring, was an important piece of Celtic jewelry, and was worn before 1200 BC to as late as 600 AD. It was a powerful symbol, perhaps representing the wearer's free-born status, and was often complemented with additional rings worn about the arms and wrists. Torcs were made from copper, bronze, silver, and gold. They were worn by both men and women, and are depicted as such in both Classical and Celtic sculptures.
Zoomorphics, or animal forms, were very popular with the Celts. They were used to represent deities, natural and supernatural forces, and personal qualities. The animal heads are placed on the torques so they appear upright when worn.
